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Greenview Knolls Elementary

Elementary School · St. Mary's County Public Schools

45711 Military Ln, Great Mills, MD 20634

Enrollment

322

Student-Teacher

13.4:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Maryland schools

#774 of 1,363

In Great Mills

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#19 of 26

St. Mary's County Public Schools

Equity

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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Greenview Knolls Elementary

6.0/10

Elementary School in Great Mills · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Greenview Knolls Elementary

Greenview Knolls Elementary is a public elementary school in Great Mills, MD, part of St. Mary's County Public Schools. Greenview Knolls Elementary serves approximately 322 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio.

Greenview Knolls Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #774 of 1,363 schools in MD. Structured state assessment records for Greenview Knolls Elementary show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • District avg 6.7
  • MD avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.9Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.47 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.1Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency31.2% (2025 MCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48.2% (2025 MCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-2.9 pts
Overall Proficiency40% (2025 MCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2025 MCAP)
vs. Expected+2.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile58th
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,088
Chronic Absenteeism27%

Greenview Knolls Elementary — Students at Greenview Knolls Elementary score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

53.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 48.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
30.2% (2025 MCAP)
ELA Proficiency 52.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
51.1% (2025 MCAP)

Based on 28 test records from MD state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
17%
ELA
37%
2025
Math
31.2%
ELA
48.2%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.9/10.

How Greenview Knolls Elementary Compares

See how Greenview Knolls Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.0/10
43th percentile in MD
Academic
7.1/10
Very Good
Growth
4.9/10
Below Average
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
54%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.0%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

45711 Military Ln, Great Mills, MD 20634

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Greenview Knolls Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Chesapeake Charter School (rated 8.4/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Lexington Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is Evergreen Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby California), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hollywood Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Hollywood), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Great Mills, see our Great Mills schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Esperanza Middle Lexington Park 0.9 mi 6.3
Green Holly Elementary School Lexington Park 1.1 mi 7.0
Town Creek Elementary Lexington Park 1.6 mi 6.7
George Washington Carver Elementary Great Mills 2.2 mi 4.9
Great Mills High Great Mills 2.3 mi 5.6
Chesapeake Charter School Lexington Park 2.6 mi 8.4
Lexington Park Elementary Lexington Park 2.4 mi 4.3
LITTLE FLOWER SCHOOL Great Mills 2.9 mi 7.1
LEXINGTON PARK BAPTIST CHURCH PRESCHOOL Lexington Park 2.5 mi
THE KINGS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Callaway 3.0 mi 6.0
OUR LADY STAR OF THE SEA SCHOOL Solomons 3.6 mi 5.9
STARMARKER SCHOOL EARLY EDUCATION WILDWOOD California 3.4 mi
BAY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lexington Park 3.8 mi 6.2
Park Hall Elementary Park Hall 4.5 mi 5.8
Evergreen Elementary School California 4.0 mi 7.3
Hollywood Elementary Hollywood 4.8 mi 7.2
ST JOHN'S ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hollywood 5.1 mi 5.2
Dowell Elementary Lusby 5.7 mi 6.0
HOLLYWOOD UMC CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Hollywood 5.5 mi 2.3
Patuxent High Lusby 5.9 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 20634 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$117,431

Median Home Value

$334,800

Median Rent

$1,689/mo

Population

6,976

College Educated

40.6%

Homeownership

68.3%

Avg Commute

23.9 min

Poverty Rate

4.3%

Median Age

32.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Greenview Knolls Elementary

What grades does Greenview Knolls Elementary serve?

Greenview Knolls Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Greenview Knolls Elementary?

Greenview Knolls Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 322 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Greenview Knolls Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Greenview Knolls Elementary is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Greenview Knolls Elementary rank in MD?

Greenview Knolls Elementary ranks #774 of 1,363 schools in MD.

What is Greenview Knolls Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Greenview Knolls Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Greenview Knolls Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Greenview Knolls Elementary has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Greenview Knolls Elementary a charter school?

No, Greenview Knolls Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Greenview Knolls Elementary a Title I school?

No, Greenview Knolls Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Greenview Knolls Elementary?

53.7% of students at Greenview Knolls Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
21 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
322
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
53.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
St. Mary's County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.0%

District

St. Mary's County Public Schools
District Enrollment
17,223
Schools in District
27
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,088
District Rank
#19 of 26

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